Working at Alne Hall
Alne Hall, York, YO61 1SA
Operated by Valorum Care Limited
30 bedsNursing homes
Workplace Score
5.6/10
AI analysis of latest data
Our AI workplace review
PlainSight AI Review
Last updated: 10 February 2026
Score: 5.6/10
Key Finding
"Approachable management and an open culture with engaging activities, although staffing relies on agency workers and supervisions are inconsistent."
Safety & Risk
6/10
✓
People received their medicines safely as prescribed by suitably trained staff. Some records required updating to ensure guidance reflected best practice.
Staff Culture
6/10
✓
The culture of the service was open and empowered individuals to express their views and be in control of their lives with the support of staff.
Staffing Levels
5/10
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The service had experienced some staffing issues but had managed this by having regular and consistent agency staff.
Training & Dev
5/10
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Staff received support and training to carry out their roles. However, supervisions and appraisal were not always robustly completed following company policy.
Management
6/10
✓
People told us they felt confident to approach the management team and that their suggestions would be listened to.
Programmes
6/10
✓
We have some dedicated group arts and crafts but lots of other events have been enjoyed and are planned for people to take part in.
Points to consider
Staffing is adequate but relies on regular agency workers to cover shortages.
The service had experienced some staffing issues but had managed this by having regular and consistent agency staff.
Only standard training and supervisions are not always completed on time.
supervisions and appraisal were not always robustly completed following company policy to provide staff... the opportunity to confidentially discuss their roles on a regular basis.
AI Generated
CQC Inspection Overview
CQC Inspection
Last inspected: January 2023
Good
Safe
✓
Good
Effective
✓
Good
Caring
✓
Good
Responsive
✓
Good
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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